Superfood of the Week: Coffee

If you're worried that you love the caffeine buzz from your coffee a bit too much, rest easy. Did you know that your daily cup of coffee is actually loaded with cancer-fighting antioxidants, especially flavonoids, to protect your bod from daily wear and tear? In a study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine, woman who drank two to three cups of caffeinated coffee a day were 15 percent less likely to develop depression compared with women who consumed a cup or less each day. But be careful with your order -- all the hidden added sugar in that fancy whipped confection may be sabotaging your diet. Keep it simple and you're GTG. But remember, coffee isn't just for slurping down for an AM buzz -- check out these three recipes packed with java, too.

Frozen Mochaccino: This coffee drink tastes decadently sinful, but has only a fraction of the calories of a frap thanks to the low-fat milk, pure maple syrup and cocoa powder. It’s the perfect warm-weather energizing treat.

Cowboy Steak with Coffee and Chili Rub: Steak and coffee may sound like a bit of an odd combination, but this simple recipe from Food Network‘s Ellie Krieger is the perfect way to spice up your steak. The espresso powder adds a deliciously bold depth of flavor to the steak, perfect for impressing guests at your next dinner party.